GIS Technician (I to Senior)

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC Job Summary/Purpose As a GIS Technician , you'll support the design, maintenance, and accuracy of Entergy's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by updating electronic facility records, performing data analysis, and maintaining spatial data used to support engineering, construction, maintenance, and operations. This position may be filled as a GIS Technician I, II, or Senior , depending on your qualifications and experience. Job Duties/Responsibilities In this role, you will: Design, update, and maintain electronic facility and maintenance information systems using GE Smallworld, ESRI ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and related GIS applications. Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of as-built designs and construction projects to ensure the accuracy of the electric distribution GIS model. Maintain spatial data, generate maps and reports, and prepare data analysis and status reports. Support engineering, construction, maintenance, damage prevention, and conflict resolution activities by providing GIS data and technical support. Perform records management, data conversion, data migration, and distribution facility design support. Conduct field walkdowns to validate facilities and identify subsurface conflicts. Train and support users in GIS applications and editing processes. Assist with storm and outage restoration efforts as needed. Requirements Education Associate degree in Technology or a Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geosciences, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Experience Two years of experience using GE Smallworld, ESRI ArcGIS, or vector/raster rendering systems, or equivalent academic experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Experience using ESRI ArcGIS, GE Smallworld, and other GIS applications. Knowledge of GIS principles, coordinate systems, geography, and asset management. Experience with computer programming languages such as Python and SQL, along with databases and PC applications. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively in both office and field environments. Ability to support emergency response activities, including late hours, callouts, weekends, and storm restoration. Ability to lead GIS data research projects and train other employees. Certificates, Licenses & Certifications None required. Primary Location: Louisiana - New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans Job Function: Engineering FLSA Status: Professional Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union Description/code Number of Openings: 1 Req ID: 123747 Travel Percentage: Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below. EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request. Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact [email protected] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours. Working Conditions As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.